How to Write a Resume Objective
The objective line in your resume is a single, brief sentence intended to catch the eye and attention of a potential employer as he scans your paperwork. In a nutshell, your objective statements describes the kind of job you are looking for and why you are particularly suited to do the job. Although not all resumes include this line -- some replace it with a lengthier "Key Skills" section -- an objective statement is still appropriate in any resume you care to send out.
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Read the job description carefully. Always write your resume objective with a specific job in mind.
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Sketch a sentence describing the position in your own words. This can mean a specific job title, or a more descriptive line about the details of the work.
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Consider your skills and experiences, using your resume as a cheat sheet if necessary.
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Sketch one or two phrases about the key things about you that make you perfect for the job for which you are applying.
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Research the company you are applying to work with -- this is standard preparation for your interview, anyway. Identify key areas of importance, or places the company sees room for expansion or improvement.
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Make notes about areas where your contribution will be especially valuable.
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Put your notes together in a single sentence with a "contribution - skills - position" structure. For example "increase sales -- 10 years experience -- lead retail associate," or "continue legacy of retiring VP -- leadership from military -- executive VP of logistics."
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Turn the notes into a tight, well-crafted sentence. The prior examples might end up as "To increase sales revenue by applying my 10 years retail experience in the position of Lead Retail Associate" and "To continue the legacy of retiring John Smith drawing on my experience as a military officer, serving XYZCorp as their new Executive Vice President of Logistics."
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